Shloka 1.18.47

पुत्रजन्मोत्सवः — Birth of the Princes and Viśvāmitra’s Arrival (Bālakāṇḍa 18)

Devanagari script

ते सर्वे हृष्टमनसस्तस्य राज्ञो निवेशनम्।।।।विविशु: पूजितास्तत्र निषेदुश्च यथार्हत:।

Transliteration

te sarve hṛṣṭamanasas tasya rājño niveśanam | viviśuḥ pūjitās tatra niṣeduś ca yathārhataḥ ||

Translation

All of them, delighted at heart, entered the king’s residence; honored there, they sat down according to their respective rank and worth.

Context

All of them with gladdened hearts entered the royal palace and sat down, in accordance with their position after having been duly honoured by the king.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• Viśvāmitra
• assembly of sages
• royal residence/palace

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Social dharma through order and respect: honoring guests and seating them appropriately preserves harmony and acknowledges virtue.

What is the narrative situation?

After reception, the sages proceed into the palace and take their seats as per custom.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Gracious hospitality and recognition of merit—Daśaratha’s court upholds dignified protocol.